Government
Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.
60 Seconds: Law Removes Barriers for Veterans at New CDL School Branches
President Joe Biden on Oct. 1 signed into law a bill aimed at ensuring veterans’ benefits are approved without delay at new commercial driving schools.
October 10, 2024US Taps California for CHIPS for America R&D Facility
Sunnyvale, Calif., will host both a research and development semiconductor facility and serve as joint headquarters for Natcast and the National Semiconductor Technology Center.
Diesel Price Drops 3.7¢ to $3.536 a Gallon
Diesel prices across the U.S. averaged $3.536 per gallon, marking a 3.7-cent decline, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released Nov. 4.
November 4, 2024What's That? Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse II Regulation
The Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse-II regulation requires State Driver Licensing Agencies (SDLAs) to remove commercial driving privileges from truck drivers with a “prohibited” status in the Clearinghouse. A driver is considered prohibited if they engaged in drug or alcohol use or refused a drug or alcohol test.
November 4, 2024Dockworker Lockout Begins at Canada’s Largest Ports
Dock employers in British Columbia said they will lock out workers Nov. 4 in response to a union’s strike notice, halting trade at terminals across Canada’s busiest and third-busiest ports.
US South Set to Surpass Canada in Lumber Production
The shift reflects how a key Canadian resource sector has declined due to U.S. duties and other challenges, including wildfires, land-use regulation and insect infestations.
New Jersey Gets $2M FMCSA Grant to Start Mobile CDL Testing
FMCSA gave New Jersey a $2 million federal roadway safety grant to pay for new state motor vehicle mobile units to bring commercial driver license tests to rural areas.
Big Oil Chiefs See Middle East, China as Top Concerns
Escalating tensions in the Middle East and U.S. relations with China pose the greatest concerns for Big Oil, according to some of the industry’s top executives.
November 4, 2024NHTSA Ends Investigation Into Ford Engine Failures
DETROIT — NHTSA has ended a 2½-year investigation into Ford engine failures after the company replaced engines or extended the warranty on some vehicles.
November 4, 2024Top 50 Freight Companies Endure Global Trade Slump
A slump in international trade, geopolitical conflicts and economic uncertainty created a difficult business environment for the largest transportation and logistics providers in 2023.